Job Description

 herd manager

We are looking for a Herd Manager for a 1350-cow  through 70-bail rotary shed nearly new with ACR

.farm is located in Hororata20 minutes from Darfield and 50 minutes from Christchurch

We are seeking a person with  At least 1 years of dairy farming experience in New Zealand. 

 Strong work ethic and commitment to animal welfare,  to work well within a team and independently,

Good communication skills, also Physically fit and reliable.

your role will be  

  • Milking 
  • Animal health monitoring/recording
  • Being able to confidently identify mastitis or ill health within the herd
  • Treating lame cows
  • Tractor work
  • Fencing
  • Assisting with calving
  • Ability to lead the junior members of the team

Farm Size (ha)

380

Peak Herd Size (cows)

1350

Typical On-farm Staff

6

Position Start Date

01/06/2026

Accommodation available

2 bedroom house

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

40

Roster

Single rotation - 6 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation

Remuneration if Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits)

70000